Pamona

Pomona is a mermaid goddess of fruit trees and orchards. She sits atop ripe oranges and blossoms, referencing the roots of Hernando County and Florida’s flagship industry. Pomona ensures the flourishing of nature and prosperity for all the people of Hernando County, as well as visitors who gaze upon her.

About the Artist:

Hilary Mary Frambes

Hilary Frambes is an award-winning Florida based muralist and portrait artist, who holds an MA (Master of Arts Degree) from the University of Florida and a BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) from Columbus College of Art & Design.

Colorful, hyper-realistic, and surreal large scale chalk murals are her signature. While embracing the performance art aspect of live street painting and engaging with the public, she is often asked, “What do you do when it rains?” She explains that chalk art is ephemeral and to be enjoyed in the moment. You can only “save” chalk art in your memory and in pictures. The exciting nature of this media is also an analogy for many things in life: impermanent.

Though Frambes is most known for her chalk art, the artist enjoys painting murals, as well as portraits and landscapes in acrylic on wood panels and on canvas. Her work is most noted for her use of color and light, captivating viewers at festivals as well as private art collectors.